We loved it. While there were some rather rich fo...

We loved it. While there were some rather rich folks hanging out there, we were never made to feel as though we should not be there. The room was nice and traditional in a stately fashion. Maid service was very attentive and we enjoyed the glass bottle of Evian water and chocolates compliments of American Express. This was our first time at the Fairmont in SF, although I have stayed at the Fairmont in Calgary several times, but for work. It is actually the only place that I stay when in Calgary. They treat me so kindly and I just love the stately rooms. Now going back to the Fairmont San Fran, make sure that you attend the nightly wind down between 5 and 6 pm. They have nice cheese, fruit, etc and a decent selection of beverages. If the weather permits, enjoy the treats outside in the garden. It is lanscaped beautifully and you might even spot a rich and famous person looking down at you from their terrace patio. Also make sure you go to the Tonga restaurant. It is a must see, especially since it used to be the swimming pool. A few other attributes, there are several nice shops. The one I enjoyed the most was the Kashmir shop where the shop keeper will educate you on the very expensive Kashmir shawls. Last recommendation is that you enjoy the buffet beakfast..nice pastries, smoked salmon, European deli meats and cheese, fruit, cold items plus traditional breakfast fare and more. Yes, this place is expensive, but if you make a point to enjoy everything it has to offer including reading up on the history, you will enjoy it and finally Nob Hill is a nice area to explore, but make sure you bring you bionic legs....lots of steep streets.